Definition of DAMNATION

damnation

Plural: damnations

Noun

  • the act of damning
  • the state of being condemned to eternal punishment in Hell
  • The state of being damned; condemnation; openly expressed disapprobation.
  • Condemnation to everlasting punishment in the future state, or the punishment itself.

Intj

  • Expressing annoyance or disappointment; damn; dammit.

Examples

  • Oh damnation! The window doesn't shut!

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English dampnacioun, from Old French dampnacion, from Latin damnatio.

Synonyms

eternal damnation, tarnation

Antonyms

salvation

Scrabble Score: 12

damnation: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
damnation: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
damnation: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 15

damnation: valid Words With Friends Word